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Dual time zone dials on Illinois Bunn Special

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February 06, 2018, 10:45
Frank Alvarez
Dual time zone dials on Illinois Bunn Special
I have found information that indicate the Hamilton 992B had the dual time zone dial’s because of a shortage during wartime. My question is did Hamilton ever put the dial on the Bunn special?
February 06, 2018, 10:47
Frank Alvarez
The dual time zone dial is c.1948
February 06, 2018, 10:49
Frank Alvarez
The Bunn special is a 1948 year serial number with dual time zone dial. I am looking to purchase this watch but want to make sure the dial is it legit
February 06, 2018, 12:33
Eugene Buffard
Hello Frank. I am going to ask more questions than answer your question. As for as I know Illinois or Hamilton did not make a dual time zone dial.

Buy dual time zone dial. Are you really asking about a dual hand. Or a 24 hour dial. A 24 dial can be into forms. One that has the 12 hours on the outside and the #13 to 24 closer to the center pinion. I'll add a photo. The photo below is most comingly called a Canadian dial.


February 06, 2018, 12:43
Eugene Buffard
Here is a 24 hour dial from a 4992B Hamilton.

It has a special hour wheel that makes 1 revolution per 24 hours. But not a dual time zone dial.


February 06, 2018, 12:47
Eugene Buffard
Here is dual time zone hands on a watch of mine.
With out a photo it is nearly impossible to tell what your talking about. If you do post a photo. Large photos will not upload.


February 06, 2018, 18:17
Frank Alvarez
I apologize for, I was referring to the dual time zone hands. Forgive me as I am a beginner and hip was what I was referring to. Thanks!

Illinois Bunn Special c1948

February 06, 2018, 18:41
Eugene Buffard
Ok these 2 time zone hands where made for all brands of watches. Waltham, Illinois, Elgin .
As for as if Illinois actually made these hands. We would have to try to look in the Illinois Section of IHC.

I'm sure there are some folks here that would know. But for know I will research on Ihc.
February 06, 2018, 18:43
Frank Alvarez
Well, now that I was able to place more accurate information into the search criteria, I found three posts referencing dual time zone hands and think I have all the information I need. It was very helpful and I appreciate your responses. Thanks!
February 06, 2018, 19:12
Gary McClanahan
Frank, What is the serial number for the watch and the serial number for the case?
February 06, 2018, 19:54
Tom Dunn
Frank, if that's the watch I'm thinking it is, she has had that on ebay awhile and already sold it once. Now it's up again. This should probably be moved to "Pitfalls" since this is an ebay item. Please join the group, Frank to be able to see it in that section.


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